techwomen – Devstyler.io https://devstyler.io News for developers from tech to lifestyle Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:27:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 In order to be a good lead, you have to know that your team matters the most https://devstyler.io/blog/2021/10/06/in-order-to-be-a-good-lead-you-have-to-know-that-your-team-matters-the-most/ Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:27:33 +0000 https://devstyler.io/?p=72760 ...]]> Gergana Pancheva is a Tech Architect at Accenture, Bulgaria, who loves movement, books and often diversifies her daily life by riding a bike in the park. According to her the most important qualities that one Tech Architect should possess are communication skills, time management skills and courage.

Gergana Pancheva, а Tech Architect at Accenture, Bulgaria, is a professional who has been working in the IT sector for over 15 years, dedicating the last 6 years to her current position. Gergana loves movement, books and often diversifies her daily life by riding a bike in the park. She relieves stress with a headstand. Gergana says that so far she has not encountered any professional challenges in relation to being a woman. She doesn’t notice the problem of gender inequality at her workplace, however, she does not deny that it is still relevant. According to Gergana, both female and male appearance and charm can help us everywhere. Gergana shares with us that at Accenture everyone strives to create a favorable environment with pleasant working conditions. She adds that the company provides various opportunities which facilitate, encourage and stimulate women’s work. Gergana tries to follow some rules for a good work-life balance, however, she admits that it is quite difficult because both personal and professional life are equally important. She adds that with compromises and prioritization, things are going smoothly. Gergana chooses the IT industry as her professional path because this field develops itself at an enormous speed and provides numerous opportunities to all professionals. For her, this is an area where we constantly have to use our mind and creativity. Gergana thinks that the most important qualities that one Tech Architect must possess are communication skills, time management skills and courage. According to Gergana, women in the IT industry are a minority, however, there is a tendency of change in the upcoming years.

“In my work environment I haven’t noticed any gender inequality, however, I think the problem is still relevant.”

Gergana Pancheva, Tech Architect at Accenture

Favourite clothes?

Comfortable ones.

High heels or flat shoes?

It depends on the mood.

Which is THE thing you never go out without?

Lip balm.

Favourite lipstick colour?

Red.

Which is the feminine quality that you don’t possess?

The anger.

Which cause are you currently supporting?

Causes related to defense of human rights, the environment and nature.

Read More Inspiring Stories for Women in Tech in WRTech here.

Share something about yourself that we can’t find on LinkedIn.

I relieve the stress with a headstand.

Have you ever faced challenges in your career regarding the fact that you are a woman?

I don’t think so.

Do you know how many women work in your position?

I haven’t checked.

Do you think that the problem with gender inequality still exists in Bulgaria and globally?

In my work environment, I haven’t noticed any gender inequality, however, I think the problem is still relevant.

Do women’s appearance and charm help you be successful in a professional way?

Feminine appearance and charm help everywhere, as well as male’s.

Which policies does your company encourage regarding gender diversity?

Accenture aims to create a favorable environment with pleasant working conditions. Specifically, if we look at the diversity of “men vs women”, our company provides various opportunities that facilitate, encourage, and stimulate the work of women.

How do you get along with men in your company? Do they treat you differently?

I haven’t noticed any discrimination.

How do you balance your work with your personal life? Are there any rules that you follow?

I try to follow some rules to create a balance, but it’s quite difficult because both personal and professional life are important to me. I make compromises and prioritize my tasks.

Are women “Minorities” in the IT industry?

Yes, but there is a tendency to change in the coming years.

You have more than 14 years of experience in the software industry, can you point out the biggest changes in the IT field that you have witnessed?

Agile & DevOps, Cloud technologies, Blockchain, etc.

What are the most important characteristics that one Tech Architect should possess?

Communication skills, time management skills, and courage.

Why did you choose the IT field for your professional path?

I like the dynamic atmosphere, the fast way in which the IT industry develops, and the opportunities it offers. It is an area where you have to constantly use your mind and creativity.

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Innovation and Technology Are Tools for Solving Social Problems https://devstyler.io/blog/2021/09/29/innovation-and-technology-are-tools-for-solving-social-problems/ Wed, 29 Sep 2021 14:41:49 +0000 https://devstyler.io/?p=72313 ...]]> Tanya Hristova is the mayor of the beautiful Bulgarian city Gabrovo. She thinks that the principle of equal opportunities for both women and men is one of the fundamental pillars of democracy. According to her, being a mayor means not only to be a professional but above all to have the ability to find a common goal in the different and sometimes contradictory desires of people.

Being a Mayor means not only to be a professional but above all to have the ability to find a common goal in the different and also contradictory desires of people. Being a woman Mayor is a duty and a huge responsibility. We present to you Tanya Hristova, the Mayor of Gabrovo city. Her responsibility is to serve to those that trust her. To her, the real challenge is to prove yourself every day, to uphold your principles and to overcome difficulties of any kind. Her personal life as a wife and a mother is often at the expense of the responsibility and commitment to be a Мayor 24 hours a day. Most of the weekends are busy for her, so she is grateful her family for their understanding, patience and fair criticism. She is a firm believer that innovation and technology are not seen as abstracts but as tools for solving social problems. There isn’t a rule she follows in order to balance because probably the ability to successfully combine your personal and professional life is just a wisdom. According to her, the principle of equal opportunities for women and men is one of the fundamental pillars of democracy. She thinks that it is necessary to work at all levels to protect and implement it. In her opinion, the problem of gender inequality is still relevant in some places. There is a positive trend that gender has long been irrelevant in many typically “male” or “female” occupations. She believes that attention to the details, the ability to prioritize, to mobilize in critical moments, the strong intuition, combined with the absence of unnecessary fears and doubts in decision-making, the ability to communicate and social sensitivity, often give additional benefits and help women more than their appearance.

Tanya Hristova, Mayor of Gabrovo City

Favourite clothes?

A dress and each piece of clothing that emphasizes the lovely feminine nature.

High heels or flat shoes?

Both – depends on the situation.

Which is THE thing you never go out without? 

А phone.

Favourite lipstick colour?

Pinkish-red.

Which is the feminine quality/duty that you don’t possess?

I can’t think of one.

Which cause would you support/ Are you currently supporting?

The cause I’ve been supporting for years and will continue to support is called Gabrovo.

Have you ever faced challenges in your career regarding the fact that you are a woman? 

The principle of equal opportunities for women and men is one of the fundamental pillars of democracy and it is necessary to work at all levels to protect and implement it. The real challenge, no matter what your gender is, is to prove yourself every day, to stand up for principles, to overcome difficulties of any kind, and when you are a Mayor you have to serve the people who have given you their trust.

Do you know how many women work in your position?

I know many women working in my position, both in оur country and abroad, but I can’t give the exact number.

“The principle of equal opportunities for women and men is one of the fundamental pillars of democracy and it is necessary to work at all levels to protect and implement it.” 

Do you think that the problem with gender inequality still exists in Bulgaria and globally?

Unfortunately, there are still latitudes where it is relevant. However, there is a positive trend that gender has long been irrelevant in many typically male or female occupations.

Do you think that a woman’s appearance and charm affect her professional success? (example: does it make communication easier?)

They probably do, but that’s not the point. Provoked by your question, I will admit that a woman, by nature, has the ability to balance and be more adaptable. Attention to detail, the ability to prioritize, to mobilize in critical moments, strong intuition combined with the absence of unnecessary fears and doubts in decision-making, the ability to communicate and social sensitivity, often give additional benefits, and help women more than their appearance.

 Read More Inspiring Stories for Women in Tech in WRTech here.

 What policies do you follow regarding encouraging diversity?

 I prefer a balance, where women rights are equal to men rights.

How do you get along with your men colleagues? Do they treat you differently?

You should ask them. Personally, I don’t feel different attitude.

How do you balance your work life with your personal life? Is there any rule that you follow?

 It is difficult for me to strike this important balance. Very often my personal life of a wife and a mother is at the expense of the responsibility and commitment of being Mayor 24 hours a day. I can barely steal a few days off in the summer and winter. Most weekends are working weekends, I am often in my office or I visit sites with colleagues. I take this opportunity to thank my family for their understanding, patience and fair criticism. I don’t follow any rules in order to balance. Probably the ability to successfully combine your personal and professional life is just life wisdom.

Which sources would you recommend to us? (podcasts, webpages, influencers, youtubers, etc.)

Unfortunately, due to lack of time, I can’t say much. But I would recommend to your audience to follow the local information channels.

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One Uncompromising Professional Who Loves Her Job https://devstyler.io/blog/2021/09/28/one-uncompromising-professional-who-loves-her-job/ Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:03:48 +0000 https://devstyler.io/?p=72129 ...]]> Lyuba Ilieva is a Senior Director Automation and Quality at Musala Soft. That’s what it says on her business card, but on LinkedIn she is Queen of QA, Khaleesi of the TestSuit, Breaker of Core, Mother of Quality. Lyuba manages a team of 90+ QA engineers and she is convinced that work discipline and self-care are key for a successful balance between personal and professional life.

Lyuba Ilieva has 18 years of experience in the field of IT. She is a graduate of the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics at Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” and naturally dove into the IT world – the technological infinity, which gives us the opportunity to improve the world here and now. Lyuba is part of large-scale software projects for global companies, working with creative, international QA teams with wide technological expertise. She continues to walk boldly forward and upward, because she caries an aspiration to challenge herself every day, and the courage to not be afraid of mistakes… Because fortune favours the brave! The sky is the limit!

Lyuba Ilieva, Senior Director Automation and Quality at Musala Soft

Favourite clothes?

Comfy ones.

High heels or flat shoes?

Depends on what I’m wearing.

Which is THE thing you never go out without?

My phone. It has everything I need.

Favourite lipstick colour?

Nude.

Which is the feminine quality/duty that you don’t possess?

Everything feminine comes naturally to me.

Which cause would you support/ Are you currently supporting?

Unicef – access to education for nonverbal kids.

Share something about yourself that we can’t find on LinkedIn.

You can hardly find out anything from LinkedIn. The professional qualities can be seen in the process of work.

Have you ever faced challenges in your career regarding the fact that you are a woman?

Each challenge is an opportunity.

Do you know how many women work in your position?

Yes. Just one. 🙂

Do you think that the problem with gender inequality still exists in Bulgaria and globally?

A study by Reboot Online was recently published and it presents Bulgaria as the best place to work for women. Looking at the statistics both as payment and as percentage of women working in the field, women are less than men. However, there is an explanation, according to which gender is not the only thing that matters. There are fewer girls in technical specialties globally because of the desire to develop in this field. There is a difference between the sexes, but this does not necessarily mean inequality. From my experience, I can say that the opportunities offered in the IT field for both women and men are the same.

“Software industry is extremely attractive in the last few years for the development of young specialists. We’ve often seen colleagues that retrained from other professions.”

Do you think a woman’s appearance and charm affect her professional success?

According to a social survey, good-looking people progress faster with their careers. This is true for both men and women. Everyone has their own weapons to achieve their goals. However, if we emphasize too much on our female or male advantages, it will certainly come back like a boomerang and there is a possibility that they will see us more as a woman (or a man, respectively) and less as a professional. 

Which policies does your company encourage regarding gender diversity?

The most important policy to promote diversity is not to limit it. At Musala Soft, 30% of the employees are women, 30% are foreigners from over 10 countries. Professional qualities and shared values are what’s important 

How do you get along with men in your company? Do they treat you differently?

My colleagues treat me unconditionally as a professional, and so do I. 

Read More Inspiring Stories for Women in Tech in WRTech here.

How do you balance your work with your personal life? Are there any rules that you follow?

I have a strictly defined profile of my obligations, which I follow. Of course, there are exceptions, but it is important for me to be disciplined and this inevitably benefits both personal and professional life.

Which sources would you recommend to us? (podcasts, webpages, influencers, youtubers, etc.)

The blog and the events in Dev.bg, specialized QA and Testing groups in Linkedin.

As a Senior Director Automation and Quality, which do you think are the qualities a specialist in the sphere has to possess?

During the last few years, the software industry has been extremely attractive for the development of young professionals. We often witness colleagues who have retrained from other professions. The motivation for development in this area is really high and this has a positive impact on the sector. Colleagues who have a strong interest in mathematics and information sciences, especially those with an engineering degree, are able to quickly establish themselves as specialists in software development and to chart a major career path in the field.

Do you think it’s good for us to aim to perfection in a professional and personal plan?

Absolutely not. This is an unattainable task and can easily increase the feeling of failure, and this will inevitably affect our results. The strength of every person, both professionally and personally, is to know both their strengths and weaknesses. Nobody’s perfect and there are no perfect situations. The only thing that moves us forward and upward is striving every day to be better than yesterday; not being afraid of making mistakes, because success loves the brave.

What gives you inspiration in a professional and personal plan?

When you love the things you do, it is such a great pleasure and it’s very inspiring. Of course, in addition to what you do, what matters the most is who you do it with. I am inspired by the colleagues I work with – creative, smart, fun, innovative, as well as my family and friends. It is important for everyone to choose the environment that develops and pulls him forward.

What made you choose the technological sphere as your professional path?

It happened naturally in a way. Back at school I was very interested and had some achievements in mathematics and information sciences. That’s what made me choose the specialty “Informatics” at Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” and I have been working in the field for 18 years. This is the area with the strongest impetus for innovation – it is inspiring to create software that improves and also opens up completely new horizons for business and people’s leisure time. Sky is the limit!

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Frontend Developer – A Profession, Where You Are Constantly Learning New Things https://devstyler.io/blog/2021/09/28/frontend-developer-a-profession-where-you-are-constantly-learning-new-things/ Tue, 28 Sep 2021 09:50:55 +0000 https://devstyler.io/?p=71928 ...]]> Nikolet Jensen is a Frontend web developer at Accenture who believes she has the knowledge without which you can’t be a developer. She adds that the qualities that make a good developer are different. According to Nikolet, this is a profession in which you are constantly learning new things, so we need to be flexible and get used to stepping out of our comfort zone.

Nikolet Jensen is a Frontend Web Developer at Accenture who decided to come back to Bulgaria by a coincidence. Nikolet shares with us that she doesn’t think that being a woman is a challenging thing. However, being a parent can sometimes be a career challenge, especially when the children are young. What inspired Nikolet to dive into the IT industry was the fact that she wanted to try something new and interesting and the IT covered many of the things that were important to her creativity, the flexibility of working hours, location, and also good pay. In Accenture everyone strives to have a balance of staff. They encourage the employment of women, who are still fewer, but significantly more than in the industry as a whole. In her opinion, there is knowledge with out which you cannot be a developer. However, the qualities that make a good developer vary. According to Nikolet, this is a profession in which you are constantly learning new things, so you need to be flexible and get used to getting out of our comfort zone. She advises everyone to always spare some time for physical exercises despite any personal and,professional obligations. Nikolet thinks it is very important to find time to move, for instance, a short walk outside or a workout at home.

“I wanted to try something new and interesting and it covered many of the things that were important to me.”

Nikolet Jensen, Frontend Web Developer at Accenture

Can you share something specific about you that we can’t find on LinkedIn?

I have two kids.

Have you encountered any challenges in your career in connection to being a woman?

I would not say that it is a challenge that I am a woman. Being a parent can sometimes be a career challenge, especially when children are young.

Do you know how many women work in your position?

I am aware that there are enough opportunities for many more women to join the IT field and I would like more of them to take this step.

Read More Inspiring Stories for Women in Tech in WRTech here.

Do you think that the problem of gender inequality is still relevant in Bulgaria and globally?

Yes, it is relevant, but it is also being discussed more than ever and steps are being taken towards alignment.

Which policies does your company encourage regarding gender diversity?

We strive to have a balance of staff, we encourage the employment of women, who are still fewer, but significantly more than in the industry as a whole.

Do your male colleagues treat you differently?

They don’t have a different attitude towards me.

Which sources do you follow and can you recommend some of them to our audience? (example: podcasts, pages, influencers, vloggers, etc.)

I would recommend Hacker News

https://news.ycombinator.com/

You have obtained your bachelor’s degree abroad. What made you go back to Bulgaria?

It was a coincidence – we came here for the summer when our daughter was little, and we never left. Your bachelor’s degree is in Journalism and Communications, and then you obtained a Master’s degree in American Science.

What inspired you to move to the IT sector?

I wanted to try something new and interesting and IT (in particular frontend development) covered many of the things that were important to me – creativity, flexibility of working hours and location, good pay.

Which are the most important qualities of a front and developer?

Тhere is a certain knowledge without which you cannot be a developer. But the qualities that make a good developer vary. I would rather say that it is a profession in which you are constantly learning new things, so we need to be flexible.

Favourite clothes?

Jeans.

High heels or flat shoes?

Sneakers.

Which typical female quality or household responsibility does not apply to you?

To sow flowers.

What is THE thing that you must have in your bag when going out?

Mobile phone.

Favourite lipstick colour?

Red, however, I don’t wear any and learn to get out of our comfort zone.

How and where should we put boundaries between the working day and the private life when everything happens in one place? Can you give some good practices and tips as an example?

When you have children, the boundaries are set by getting up early, leading and picking up from school, preparing food, etc. If I have to give specific advice, it is to have some time for physical exercises. I think it is very important to find time to move. For example, a short walk outside or a workout at home.

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A Charming Fan of Automobile Racing Who Doesn’t Like Role Stereotypes https://devstyler.io/blog/2021/09/24/a-charming-fan-of-automobile-racing-who-doesn-t-like-role-stereotypes/ Fri, 24 Sep 2021 10:21:10 +0000 https://devstyler.io/?p=71755 ...]]> Alexandra Mechkova is the Executive Director of Telerik Academy.Alexandra is responsible for the overall vision of the Academy and the strategic development of its IT career start and professional development programs. She has over 13 years of experience in the technology sector. She holds a Master’s degree in Communication Management
from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts and a Bachelor’s degree in Integrated Social Sciences from Jacobs University Bremen in Germany.

Meet Alexandra Mechkova – the CEO of Telerik Academy who has over 13 years of experience in the tech sector. She is the driving force behind Telerik Academy’s strategic vision. In her role, Alexandra is also responsible for the development of Telerik Academy’s IT career and professional development programs. Her work has had a profound impact on Telerik Academy in the first few years of its establishment as an independent organization. Alexandra led the marketing, business development, and partner network activities of the company. Before joining Telerik Academy’s team, she took various roles at the marketing team of Telerik (later acquired by Progress). In Progress, she worked as a Senior Manager “Global PR”, where she was responsible for the company’s external communication across diverse markets like the EMEA, Latin America, Africa, and Australia. Alexandra received a “Most Valuable Player (MVP)” recognition for her work at the time. Moreover, she participated actively in the foundation of Campus X and its establishment as a leading flexible office hub. Alexandra has a Fulbright scholarship and holds a MA in “Communication Management” from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts, and an “Integrated Social Sciences” Bachelor’s degree from Jacobs University Bremen, Germany. In her view, personal and professional life can’t be fully balanced – one can dominate the other depending on the circumstances. Yet, she believes it’s vital to switch off and practice digital detox from time to time.

“There are no roles that are typically “male” or “female” and in which we have to promote diversity.”

Favourite clothes?

Alexandra Mechkova, CEO of Telerik Academy

T-shirt, jeans and sneakers.

Highheels or low shoes?

Low, definitely low.

Which is THE thing you never go out without?

A phone.

Favourite lipstick colour?

Nude, simple and neutral.

Which is the feminine quality/duty that you don’t possess?

I don’t like gender stereotyping.

Which cause would you support/ Are you currently supporting?

I’ve been supporting Animal Rescue Sofia for years because of everything they do for animals, their dedication and love for the cause, despite all the challenges, rudeness, and violence they face on a daily basis.

Share something about yourself that we can’t find on LinkedIn.

I’ve been a fan of automobile races ever since I was little. I like fast vehicles and for me, the car has always been more than just a means of transportation.

Have you ever faced challenges in your career regarding the fact that you are a woman?

I believe that we should be judged by our actions, and I’ve always strived to give my best in everything I do. So, if there were any challenges related to my gender, I’ve never noticed.

Do you know how many women work in your position?

Although I can’t name an exact number, I’m glad that Bulgaria leads the ranking of women in leadership positions, according to (the latest?) data from the European Institute for Gender Equality.

Do you think that the problem with gender inequality still exists in Bulgaria and globally?

It would be frivolous to say that it is non-existent. At the same time, however, I believe that there are different dynamics between industries, geographies, and even organizations. In my daily life and I hope in the lives of my colleagues and Telerik Academy’s students, I do not think that inequality is an issue. We work in an industry, which values good ideas and dedicated work. The greater a person’s contribution is, the more successful they are, regardless of gender.

What policies does your company follow regarding diversity?

For each role in Telerik Academy, we choose the best-prepared candidate, who also fits well into our culture and team. There are no roles that are typically “male” or “female” and in which we have to promote diversity. As mentioned above, I don’t like stereotypes and this is not something we follow or avoid.Meanwhile, I’m a firm believer in meritocracy, and it, at least in my eyes, has no gender.

Read More Inspiring Stories for Women in Tech in WRTech here.

Telerik Academy is a well-balanced organization with a 50:50 ratio of women and men, including in management positions. The latter came about naturally, without being a goal in itself.

Do women’s vision and charm help you be successful in a professional way?

I believe that being authentic, brave, ambitious, purposeful, empathetic, and respectful is what shapes people, regardless of the roles they’re taking . . Gender and appearance do not matter. 🙂

How do you get along with men in your company? Do they treat you differently?

You have to ask them. With the risk of repeating myself, I believe that a person should be judged by their actions and the work they do, not their gender. And labels like “charming women” and “brave men” don’t help us achieve that. On the contrary, they put the focus in the wrong place.

How do you balance your work life with your personal life? Is there any rule that you follow?

For most of my professional life, the balance has always been suffering. In recent years, I have been more consciously trying to give equal priority to both, and it is something that I encourage my colleagues to do as well. I still do not think that the two areas can be completely differentiated, so my rule is that according to the situation and the period, one can prevail over the other, but it is important in the context of the bigger picture to balance each other.

 

Which sources would you recommend to us? (podcasts, webpages, influencers, youtubers, etc.)

I digest a lot of information on a daily basis so my recommendation will be a little different – always strive to have periods of digital detox. I’ve been thinking about a day of the week without access to electronic devices for a while, but I admit that I haven’t had the courage to do it just yet.

Which are the most important qualities a CEO must possess?

The CEO should be humane to those they work with. The CEO should be authentic (which is a good quality) and should show respect to others. Respecting others is of great importance. Also, they should be ambitious and brave to make decisions and thinking a few steps ahead. And last but not least – the CEO should possess a sense of humor. That helps too.

What kind of changes were made during the year of COVID19 regarding the learners at Telerik Academy?

It’s been a transformational year. When we first faced the global health pandemic, our learners were affected by the stress of our new lifestyles and the fears for our health. But as time passed, they got used to learning online and now I think this format isn’t a new thing to anyone. As an organization, we introduced many innovations related to remote education. Due to the new formats and practices, we managed to keep and advance all the elements that make our programs so successful. Now our students can benefit from 120% more practice as part of their programs. Last but not least, many of our graduates start working in a fully online environment – something that distinguishes the IT sector. During our 6-month training, in addition to acquiring the necessary technical skills for a successful career start in the IT sector, they also work in a near real-world online environment. On top of the tech training, we dedicate 20% of the program to polishing their personal and teamwork skills so that they can succeed in their professional life.

What inspires you professionally and personally?

I’m inspired by the numerous successes within the ecosystem we have built at Campus (Telerik Academy is a part of the Campus X community). Also, I’m inspired by the people of my generation, with whom I grew up in Bulgaria. Many of us went to study abroad but came back here. I sincerely believe that we are changing Bulgaria for the better – one step at a time. Personally, I am increasingly inspired by the way of life outside big cities – nature’s slow pace and the quality of people’s relationships there. The people there are more successful in escaping the rat race and the stress of their busy schedules and responsibilities.

Which are the qualities a professional, stepping into the technological sphere, must possess?

Being ready to accept that there are always v2, v3, and so on. To me, that means two things. Firstly, to be ready to work fast and to achieve the best he or she can do at this point, and to be in peace with that. Secondly, to be flexible and to be able to embrace the constant change, to learn from it, to not be afraid to be in constant competition with time and the worldwide companies. I would like to add creativeness and affinity to new and innovative decisions.

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А Senior Business Analyst with an Interest in Biomedical Informatics https://devstyler.io/blog/2021/09/14/a-senior-business-analyst-with-an-interest-in-biomedical-informatics/ Tue, 14 Sep 2021 14:55:43 +0000 https://devstyler.io/?p=70324 ...]]> Irina Toncheva is a Senior Business Analyst and Team Lead of the Business Analysis Department at Accenture, Bulgaria. She has been working for 9 years in the IT sector in the field of Business Analysis. Irina is the woman who believes that communication is facilitated when people are positive and smiling, regardless of gender.

Irina Toncheva, Senior Business Analyst and Team Lead, Accenture Bulgaria

Irina Toncheva is a Senior Business Analyst and Team Lead of the Business Analysis Department at Accenture, Bulgaria. She has been working for 9 years in the IT sector, more specifically in the field of Business Analysis. She is the woman who believes that communication is facilitated when people are positive and smiling, regardless of their gender. Irina shares with us her strong interest in biomedical informatics and adds that she really hopes to work on a software product for medical purposes in the future.

When asked if the problem of gender inequality is still relevant in Bulgaria and around the world, Irina answered that in her opinion this topic is not so relevant in our country, unlike some other countries in the Middle East and North Africa, where this is still quite a pressing problem. Irina shares that the company she works for has an internal “Inclusion and Diversity” program that promotes diversity in all countries. She added that many initiatives are being organized to integrate women and people with different needs. Irina adds that her colleagues of the opposite gender perceive her as an equal colleague and because of that she has never felt different.

For her, as for many other ladies who are parents, it is still a challenge to combine personal and professional life, especially with two small children. Irina calls on everyone to look at the UN goals on their official website and to support some of them if they want.

“The company has an internal “Inclusion and Diversity” program to promote diversity in all countries where Accenture is represented”

Share something about yourself that we can’t find on Linked In.

I have an interest in biomedical informatics and I hope that one day I will work on a software product for medical purposes.

Have you ever faced challenges in your career regarding the fact that you are a woman?

No.

Read More Inspiring Stories for Women in Tech in WRTech here.

Do you know how many women work in your position?

No.

Do you think that the problem with gender inequality still exists in Bulgaria and globally?

In Bulgaria, I don’t think it is relevant. However, in some countries, such as the Middle East and North Africa, this issue is still quite relevant.

Which policies does your company encourage regarding gender diversity?

The company has an internal “Inclusion and Diversity” program to promote diversity in all countries where Accenture is represented. Numerous initiatives are organized for the integration of women, people of different sexual orientations, disadvantaged people, intercultural, ethnic, religious and racial inclusion.

How do you get along with men in your company? Do they treat you differently?

They perceive me as an equal colleague, I have never felt different.

Do women’s vision and charm help you be successful in a professional way?

I think that communication is facilitated when people are positive and smiling, regardless of their gender.

How do you balance your work with your personal life? Are there any rules that you follow?

Sometimes it is challenging, especially with two small children at home.

Which sources would you recommend to us? (podcasts, web pages, influencers, YouTubers, etc.)

I urge your audience to consider the goals of the United Nations and, if they wish, to support one of them: Sustainable Development Goals

Favourite clothes?

Something black.

High heels or flat shoes?

High heels.

Which is THE thing you never go out without?

Wet wipes.

Favourite lipstick colour?

Something nude.

Which is the feminine quality/duty that you don’t possess?

Gossip.

Which cause are you currently supporting?

I am buying products with a cause from www.darpazar.bg.

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